Last week, a viral video falsely claimed Haitian immigrants voted multiple times in Georgia, which was traced back to misinformation efforts by Russian operatives.
The current Election Day environment mirrors 2020's disinformation landscape, inundated with "zombie claims" of voter fraud and manipulation that spread rapidly online.
Despite worries fueled by advanced deepfakes, traditional media literacy strategies remain effective for discerning misinformation, as highlighted by Poynter's recent curriculum for students.
Disinformation thrives on strong emotional reactions, utilizing manipulation techniques like emotional language and scapegoating to spread fear and misinformation surrounding the electoral process.
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